IP2 0EH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Compair Crescent, 1.0km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Gipping ward and the Ipswich constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP2 0EH are sourced from Output Area E00170851 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMPAIR CRESCENT, IP2 0EH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMPAIR CRESCENT, IP2 0EH.
301
31
£ 38,500 /yr
66%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
High employment, young population. IP2 0EH combines 66% economic activity with a 31-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. At £135k median prices, owner-occupier demand is intensifying as incomes rise. Property prices are trending down 12.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP2 0EH. The average age is 31.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 130,975
34 sales · Mean £ 132,248
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP2 0EH is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ranelagh Primary School
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich
St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
Westbridge Academy
Stone Lodge Academy
Hillside Primary School
Chantry Academy
Handford Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Lavender News0.8 km
- Ipswich Halal Butcher and Fruits1.0 km
- Suffolk Halal1.0 km
- Rasputin0.9 km
- Street Corner1.0 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
78 nearby- Jack's Cafe0.8 km
- Cool Beanz0.2 km
- Turkish Delight1.0 km
- Arlingtons0.9 km
- Bella Napoli1.0 km
- + 73 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Kebapizza / Super Kebab House0.9 km
- Bang Burger0.9 km
- Doorsteps0.9 km
- Pizza Hut1.0 km
- Fresh Fillaz0.9 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Arcade Street Tavern0.9 km
- Ipswich Labour Club1.0 km
- The Falcon1.0 km
- The Swan & Hedgehog Public House1.0 km
- Curve0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Sainsbury's Superstore0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Novotel Hotel0.8 km
- Kingsley House Hotel0.7 km
- Selig Suffolk Trust0.9 km
- The Station Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station0.4 km
- Derby Road2.9 km
- Westerfield3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Compair Crescent0.1 km
- Compair Crescent0.2 km
- Gippeswyk Avenue0.2 km
- Crown Court0.2 km
- Ancaster Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP20EH · Data under Open Government Licence